If Boron-10 Is Bombarded with a Neutron, an α Particle

question 72

Multiple Choice

If boron-10 is bombarded with a neutron, an α particle is produced along with

• A)neutrons.
• B)beryllium-7.
• C)oxygen-11.
• D)lithium-7.
• E)carbon-6.

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